Using Zoo Welfare Assessments to Identify Common Issues in Developing Country Zoos.

ABSTRACT: Zoo animal welfare is a high priority for many institutions worldwide, with modern zoos now ensuring that animals are housed and cared for to the highest standards. However, in countries where this knowledge is not as available or understood, standards may be lower. The aim of this research was to investigate if there were common zoo welfare concerns across developing country zoos. Wild Welfare is a charity working globally to improve welfare for zoo animals and has an independent welfare audit that is carried out before any intervention occurs. The Wild Welfare Audit, consisting of 110 questions, covering nine topics, was completed at 11 zoos in seven developing countries (Brazil, Egypt, Libya, Indonesia, Thailand, Malaysia and Vietnam) following a Likert scale score (1-3). A principal co

SUBMITTER: Ward SJ 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7696472 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature